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Lead Utilities Operator

CBRE Government & Defense Services
Houston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 7/24/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/23/2026

General Summary:

This is a working Lead position where the incumbent takes an active hands-on role in the completion of the work. Performs maintenance and repair of the Utilities Control Systems. The UCS consists of direct digital controls for the heating ventilation and air conditioning systems as well as all major utility components like chillers, air handlers, and pumps. Also included is responsibility for Facility Systems Operators in room 113-8, Central Communications and I.T. Network System.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Assures the proper Preventative Maintenance (PM), repair, and replacement of Utilities Controls Systems and Fire System components. Tasks include trouble shooting of direct digital control systems, programming, changing of sensors, fire systems and mechanical devices.
  • Rebalances limited sized zones of the air distribution system to accommodate changes in air flow required by changes in the medical mission.
  • Assists in the planning, estimating, and scheduling various Utility Controls System New Construction and Non-Recurring Maintenance Projects.
  • Independently processes Work Requests using the Defense Medical Logistics Standard Support (DMLSS) Facility management computer system.
  • Installs new direct digital controls, sensors, and actuators as required for new equipment to support the constantly changing medical mission. Examples include new VAV boxes.  Repairs existing fire systems, HVAC distribution systems and fixtures to assure safe and reliable operation of the overall systems.
  • Assures continual 24-hour coverage by the Facility Systems Operators. Coordinates the vacation and holiday schedules to minimize unnecessary overtime, including filling in for vacationing or sick employees from time to time. 
  • Assures overall compliance with the TJC Environment of care requirements, particularly in the maintenance of the indoor air quality of the hospital.
  • Initiates material requisitions for all spare parts and expendable materials required for the UCS Section.
  • Must be a team player and committed to working in a quality environment. Must actively participate in the ongoing Quality Control process.
  • Complies with all Company policies and procedures and adheres to company standards.
  • Complies with all BAMC safety, security, and infection control regulations.
  • Participates in facility wide safety related exercises like training fire drills, and disaster drills.
  • Thoroughly documents all PM and repair activities.
  • Willingly performs other miscellaneous job-related duties as requested.

 

Knowledge, Experience and Skill Requirements

  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Possess a broad knowledge of facility operations and maintenance.
  • Experience with a Facility Computerized Maintenance Management System software (CMMS) highly desired.

 

Work Environment

  • Must have at least 5 years' experience as a Journeyman level Direct Digital Controls Skill.
  • Must be able to lift 50 lbs., squat, bend, stoop and kneel for short periods, climb a ladder, stand for long periods of time, constant arm extensions.
  • Occasional exposure to elements such as heat, cold, noise, dust, dirt, chemicals, tec., but non to the point of being disagreeable. May involve minor safety hazards where likely result would be cuts, bruises, etc.
  • Must be able to pass a local background check and have the ability to obtain and maintain NAC/LAC clearance after hire.

Disclaimer:

CBRE Government and Defense is thrilled at the opportunity for you to apply to one of our roles. The rate for this position is $35.21. This position may also be eligible for a wide range of benefits based on applicable bargaining unit agreements.

This description is not intended to be an “all inclusive” list of the accountabilities of the job described. Rather, it describes the general nature of the job. In addition, some aspects of this job may change over time, according to business needs, and these changes may not be recorded immediately. The requirements stated represent the minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities to qualify and satisfactorily perform this job. 

THIS DOCUMENT SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS CREATING A CONTRACT OF EMPLOYMENT BETWEEN CBRE GOVERNMENT & DEFENSE SERVICES AND ANY OF ITS EMPLOYEES OR OTHERWISE ALTERING AN EMPLOYEE’S AT WILL EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP WITH CBRE GOVERNMENT & DEFENSE SERVICES. 

 

 

Salary : $35

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